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Black Pride demonstrates immense power that is rooted in love and solidarity.
Thats what makes me proud.
Before identifying as a proud African lesbian woman,Phyll Opoku-Gyimahidentifies as a human being.
Perhaps this is why her work as one of theleading LGBTQ+ activists in the UKruns deep with so many.
Opoku-Gyimah cites the formation ofUK Black Prideas one of her proudest moments as a member of the LGBTQ+ community.
Weve built an amazing team behind UK Black Pride.
Thats what gives me energy.
Black Pride demonstrates immense power that is rooted in love and solidarity.
Thats what makes me proud.
This year,UK Black Pridewill make its grand in-person return on Sunday, Aug. 14.
Were going to be seeing a lot of Black and brown queer joy.
Just watch this space, Opoku-Gyimah teases.
Theres a lot to be celebrating, she tells me.
I cannot wait to mark the anniversary with theGay Liberation Front.
Id have to pick best Scorpio.
What Were Some Of Your Go-To Songs Or Artists In High School?
I loved a bit ofBoney M.growing up, but my go-to song isCandy by Cameo.
Who Is An Important Role Model In Your Life & What Have They Taught You?
She was my role model before she passed.
She was a formidable woman who was very strong in her conviction.
I definitely see her as a role model, too.
What Are Your Self-Care & Mental Health Tips?
I will say little things like taking some time out from your phone could be beneficial.
Its a recalibration of the mind.
For me, theres also something powerful about breathwork.
Finding space to breathe in the midst of a busy schedule isreallyimportant as is finding a chosen family.
Many of us dont have blood families to connect to for a variety of reasons.
Be sure to find your tribe and just connect with them.
Sometimes its important to feel held.
How Do You Feel About Trans Rights In The UK Today?
I think whats happening here in the UK is absolutely horrendous.
Im frankly disgusted with the vitriol, the hate, and the discrimination towards our trans siblings.
Recently, Ive been trying to find ways of healing and grieving because we lost one of our own.
We lost Shay, who was a Black, queer, non-binary trans person, to suicide.
